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Chemical Guys 5.5″ HEX-Logic Pad Orange Medium-Heavy Cut Pad- (5.5″INCH)

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Chemical Guys 5.5″ HEX-Logic Pad Orange Medium-Heavy Cut Pad- (5.5″INCH) £12.99
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  • Orange Hex-Logic medium heavy cut pad
  • Removes light to moderate paint defects
  • Hex-Logic pattern spreads polish evenly
  • V-cut channels cool pad and panel
  • Beveled edge protects paint and panels
  • Breathable hook and loop backing
  • Improved adhesive reduces pad wear
  • One pad included per pack
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Full Description

Why Buy This Product?

  • Orange Hex-Logic pad removes light to moderate scratches, swirls, oxidation, and paint defects
  • Restores optical clarity, reflection, and depth to painted finishes
  • Exclusive Hex-Logic pattern spreads polish over the surface for an even cut and superior polishing results
  • V-cut channels in Hex-Logic pattern funnel in fresh air to cool the pad and work surface for extended work times and reduced wear and tear
  • Rounded buffing profile helps pad slip into dramatic body curves for improved contact and more even polishing results
  • Beveled edge between hook-and-loop backing and foam pad protect paint and body panels from spinning polisher backing plate
  • Breathable hook-and-loop backing pad cools pad, workpiece, and backing plate for reduced wear and tear
  • New adhesives and manufacturing techniques reduce chances of pad disintegration over time
  • Available in 4″ diameter, 5.5” diameter and 6.5” diameter sizes to take on any polishing job, big or small
  • Note: one pad included

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Key features

  • 5.5in Pad
  • Medium-Heavy Cut
  • One Pad Included
  • Orange Colour

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Expert Notes

The Chemical Guys Orange Hex-Logic pad is a medium heavy cut foam pad built for the first stage of paint correction, where light to moderate swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots need addressing before finer polishing begins. Its Hex-Logic surface pattern spreads product evenly across the pad face, while V-cut channels and a breathable hook and loop backing help manage heat during longer machine passes. The beveled edge guards paint and trim from contact with a spinning backing plate. It suits detailers working through a staged correction routine, pairing with a cutting polish for the first pass before moving on to a finishing pad and then a glaze, sealant or wax. One 5.5in pad is included per pack.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted body panels
  • Bonnets and boot lids
  • Curved body panels
  • Clear coat finishes
  • Swirl marks and light scratches
  • Oxidised paintwork
  • Water spot marks

Caution: Always check paint depth before machine polishing, and keep this pad away from trim, badges or unpainted plastic mouldings.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Heavy Cut Foam Pad
Brand
Chemical Guys
Size
5.5in
Colour
Orange
Pattern
Hex Logic
Pack Contents
One Pad
Backing
Breathable Hook And Loop
Primary Use
Medium To Heavy Paint Correction
Compatible Polish
V36 Cutting Polish, VSS All In One

How To Use

Using it

  1. Attach the pad securely to a compatible backing plate.
  2. Apply a small amount of polish to the pad face.
  3. Work one panel section at a time with overlapping passes.
  4. Use moderate machine speed and consistent pressure.
  5. Wipe away residue and check the finish before moving on.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Clean the pad with a pad cleaning brush or spur after use.
  2. Rinse with water if the pad becomes heavily loaded with product.
  3. Allow the pad to dry fully before storing.
  4. Store away from direct heat and sunlight.

Top Tip: Work one panel section at a time and clean the pad regularly to stop swirl marks being reintroduced.

Performance Benefits

  • Removes light to moderate defects
  • Spreads polish evenly across panels
  • Reduces heat build-up during use
  • Protects panels from backing plate contact
  • Cools pad during extended sessions
  • Resists pad disintegration over time

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is this pad?

This is the 5.5in Orange Hex-Logic pad, one of the sizes in the Hex-Logic medium heavy cut range.

What does the orange pad remove?

Chemical Guys designed the Orange Hex-Logic pad to remove light to moderate paint defects including swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots.

How many pads are included?

One pad is included per pack.

What backing does the pad use?

It uses a breathable hook and loop backing that helps cool the pad, workpiece and backing plate during use.

What polish should I pair it with?

Chemical Guys recommends pairing it with V36 Cutting Polish or VSS All In One for one-step correction, or a heavier compound for tougher defects.

What should I use after the orange pad?

Chemical Guys suggests following with a White Hex-Logic pad to refine the finish, then a Black pad for glaze, sealant or wax.

Why does the pad have V-cut channels?

The V-cut channels funnel in fresh air to help cool the pad and work surface during extended polishing.

Do you deliver UK-wide?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Match the pad to the defect before starting a full panel.
  2. Keep a spare pad on hand for larger correction jobs.
  3. Clean the pad face regularly during use to stop clogging.
  4. Work in manageable sections rather than the whole panel at once.
  5. Store pads flat or hung to keep their shape.
  6. Keep wheel and paint pads separate to avoid contamination.
  7. Test on a small hidden area first if unsure.
  8. UK-wide delivery is available from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is a car care brand with its mailing address in Torrance, California, and it describes itself as more than a brand: "a lifestyle with a worldwide following". Its story says the company began by wiping the slate clean and starting fresh, and over the years grew into a huge library of detailing knowledge as well as a product range. That range runs from waxes to hybrid coatings, nano-polishes and ceramic sealants, alongside buffing pads, wash and interior care, air fresheners and odour eliminators.

The Drivers HQ stocks a Chemical Guys range led by machine polishing pads. There are Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads in medium cut, heavy cut and finishing grades, in 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch sizes, from the orange Hex-Logic Quantum Cutting Pad to the black Quantum Finishing Pad. Alongside the pads we carry odour and smoke eliminators such as the Stay Fresh Baby Powder Scented Air Freshener, hanging air fresheners, car shampoos, car waxes, wash mitts and pads, and After Wash.

Chemical Guys suits anyone moving from hand polishing to machine polishing, as well as detailers who already use a machine and want pads matched to each stage. The brand designs its Quantum pads for dual action and high-speed rotary polishers, attached by hook and loop. A typical correction runs from a cutting pad with a compound, through a polishing pad with a finer polish, to a finishing pad for a glaze, wax or sealant. Shampoos and wash mitts then cover the regular maintenance wash, with waxes to top up protection between corrections.

Buy Chemical Guys from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery by tracked Royal Mail, or call in at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Whether you are replacing a worn polishing pad, building a set of pads for a full correction or adding a new scent to your car, you can combine Chemical Guys products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Driven by a Passion for Shine

Chemical Guys puts a passion for shine at the heart of its story. The brand says it is "Driven by adventure, a passion for shine, and a love for the road ahead", and it welcomes anyone who shares that passion to become part of its family. Its story describes the team as passion-filled car enthusiasts who work every day to make the things they love shine their brightest.

Teaching is a large part of that approach. Chemical Guys says it believes "everyone should be able to achieve a show car shine", and alongside professional level products it provides a vast library of detailing how to guides and courses. The brand calls itself a culture of thinkers and makers, and says detailing is a lifestyle it lives day in, day out, not just something it does.

In its own words, Chemical Guys never stops testing and improving, because it believes good is never good enough. It also says detailing should be fun, and that not a day goes by without its team smiling, laughing and enjoying the work. Whether you are washing your car or shopping for a new sealant, the brand wants you to have a smile on your face while you do it.

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Hex-Logic Pads and Odour Control

Chemical Guys says its Hex-Logic pads use "laser-cut hexagons to evenly spread product across flat or angled surfaces", with honeycomb-like grooves that hold product in the pad for smoother application and reduce friction during use. On the Quantum pads, a Precision Port vent hole in the centre disperses more heat, which the brand says means less wear and tear on both pad and machine. The Drivers HQ stocks both Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads across cutting, polishing and finishing grades.

Each colour is matched to a job. The brand describes the orange Quantum pad as a medium cutting pad that removes light to moderate defects such as swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots, and the black Quantum Finishing Pad as a no-cut pad for spreading final sealants and wax coatings evenly on freshly polished paint. Our range includes 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch pads to suit different machines and backing plates.

For the interior, Chemical Guys says the formula in its odour eliminating sprays uses active enzymes that neutralise the germs and bacteria causing odours, then leaves behind only the fresh scent of the product. We stock the Stay Fresh Baby Powder Scented Air Freshener among a wider selection of odour and smoke eliminators, plus hanging air fresheners, so you can tackle stubborn smells such as smoke and keep the cabin smelling fresh.

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